Wind Technician

Job Posting End Date

05-14-2025

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date

Job Summary

Support the facility manager and wind team to assure the facility operates in accordance with Safety, Health and Environmental policies and standards while achieving maximum performance, reliability and profitability. Assist in coordinating and performing duties related to OEM and contractor oversight, equipment inspections, monitoring and repairs, including the start-up, operation and shutdown of turbines, generators, exciters, transformers, switchyard and balance of plant equipment. Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.

Job Description

Relocation Offered*

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) is required.

Associate's degree in wind, electrical, mechanical or an associated technology preferred.

Experience:

2 Years of experience in the wind industry working as a Wind Technician or related work experience in power plant generation (electrical maintenance, operations or plant construction),or combination of these areas. Electrical experience working on/near various voltages ranging from 24V to 34.5kV, and working knowledge of voltages above 34.5kV recommended. Must successfully complete a climbing test.

Preferred BOP/Switchyard Experience

Licenses/Certifications: Must possess appropriate state driver's license.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Travel is required. Familiarity and operating experience with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition SCADA and/or power plant control and monitoring systems.

Experience With Toolbox ST Preferred.

Familiarity with PI, PaSTA, Maximo or similar software preferred. GWO Safety Bundle Certificate Preferred Must have the ability to perform work in extreme heat and cold.

Must have the ability to perform the following frequently: bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting/turning, climbing, stooping, overhead reaching, sitting, standing, lifting/carrying, pushing/pulling.

Must be able to physically and mentally perform work in all areas and heights required.

Demonstrate ability to climb 300-meter wind turbine. The maximum weight allowed is 265 lbs. per person due to limitations of associated climbing safety equipment.

Must be able to learn the rules, safety practices and procedures.

Must be able to learn all applicable operating instructions and procedures.

Must be able to learn the tools and equipment and their use.

Must be able to understand the care and attention required for the safe and efficient operation of wind turbine.

Must have knowledge of electrical equipment principles, safety procedures and maintenance practices.

Must be able to learn, analyze, and interpret instrument readings and indications, and to detect abnormal sounds in operating equipment.

Must be able to read, interpret and work from electrical blueprints and schematics to troubleshoot equipment.

Must be proficient in MS Office, Word, Excel, similar software and email.

Must be able to work effectively with other employees.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-005

Compensation Range:

$29.64-37.05 USD

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: M – Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

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